Cauliflower Rice Bowl (Printer-friendly)

Vibrant low-carb bowl with riced cauliflower, seasoned protein, colorful vegetables, and fresh toppings for a satisfying nutritious meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cauliflower Rice

01 - 1 large head cauliflower (about 1.5 lbs), riced
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Protein

05 - 14 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
07 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Vegetables & Toppings

11 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
12 - 1 cup broccoli florets
13 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
14 - 1 avocado, sliced
15 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
16 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

→ Sauce

17 - 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
18 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
19 - 1 teaspoon tahini
20 - Salt and pepper to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Remove leaves and stem from cauliflower, chop into florets, and pulse in a food processor until rice-sized.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add riced cauliflower, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until just tender. Set aside and keep warm.
03 - In a separate bowl, toss chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
04 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through. Remove from heat.
05 - In the same skillet, quickly sauté bell pepper and broccoli for 3-4 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
06 - Divide cauliflower rice among four bowls. Top with chicken, sautéed vegetables, cherry tomatoes, avocado slices, and fresh herbs.
07 - Drizzle with optional yogurt-tahini sauce and sprinkle with feta cheese if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 30 minutes, which means weeknight dinner doesn't feel like a production.
  • You get to build your own bowl, so everyone can load up their favorites without debate.
  • The cauliflower rice base is surprisingly filling and totally won me over from skeptic to believer.
02 -
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet when cooking cauliflower or chicken—they need room to actually cook, not steam, so you might need to work in batches and that's okay.
  • The order matters: warm base, then warm protein and vegetables, then cold avocado and raw herbs—this temperature play is what makes it feel complete instead of just mixed together.
03 -
  • If you're prepping ahead, keep the components separate until you're ready to eat—the cauliflower rice stays fresher and the avocado won't turn gray.
  • Toasting your cauliflower in the skillet instead of steaming it gives it actual flavor and character, not just texture.
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